We must know within ourselves what we have been given in Jesus. That means we must know it not just with our head but with our heart. We must have His Word rooted so deeply and firmly within us that when we hear lies to the contrary, we don’t buy them . . . . [Satan] can really paint a bleak picture. He can whisper negative thoughts in your ear and make your situation look so bad that you may find yourself wanting to quit . . . .We must be so fully persuaded of what God says that we act as if it’s true even when natural circumstances look like it’s not. We cannot quit when the going gets tough. If we quit, it’s over. If we lay down our faith and give up, the devil can keep us in permanent defeat. On the other hand, we will win if we don’t quit [Heb. 10:35–38].
—GLORIA COPELAND1
[Not in your own strength] for it is God Who is all the while effectually at work in you [energizing and creating in you the power and desire], both to will and to work for His good pleasure and satisfaction and delight.
—PHILIPPIANS 2:13, AMP
Read: Philippians 4:6–9; Ephesians 6:10–17; Hebrews 10:23
In order to keep the devil away from you, what does Ephesians 6:11 tell you to do?
Ephesians 6:14 tells you to have ____________ your ____________ with ____________.
What things does Philippians 4:8 tell you to meditate on?
Let Us Pray!
Father, I know You have already made salvation and healing available to me by Your Word. I choose now to receive from You all that You have for me. I choose to believe You rather than my circumstances. Thank You for helping me to stand strong.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen!